Hotel Galvez - A Wyndham Historic Hotel

Watch the Astros throw some heat – or cool off in the surf.

There is so much to do in Galveston that it's nearly impossible to do it all in a single trip. So we hope you'll be back to stay with us again and again. Just a step from our door is the sparkling Gulf of Mexico with all manner of water related fun. If sports are your passion, catch a Texans or Astros game while you're so close to Houston. Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark is known for a nonstop good time. For those who use shopping as their preferred form of cardio, check out our historic shopping district on Post Office and Strand Streets.

Arts & Culture

The Grand 1894 Opera House
This historic venue features productions off-Broadway plays, live music, comedy and more.

Shopping

The Strand
Post Office and Strand Streets in the Historic Shopping District offer antique shops and one-of-a-kind specialty stores.

Sports & Amusement

Houston Astros:
Share the excitement of nine innings at Minute Maid Park.

Houston Texans:
Watch the mighty Texans battle it out on the gridiron at Reliant Stadium.

Moody Gardens Galveston Island:
Explore the Rainforest, Discovery, and Aquarium Pyramids or catch a film at the 3-D IMAX Theatre. Or play a round of golf.

Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Water Park:
Indoor and outdoor pools, daring slides, uphill rivers, family picnic areas, and more.

Special Events

February

• Mardi Gras! Galveston: Two fun-filled weeks of festivities, costume balls and parades.

June

• Sandcastle Weekend: It's considered by many the largest sand castle building competition in the world.

October

• Lone Star Rally Weekend: Featuring vendor and food booths in the Strand Historic District and on the Seawall. Motorcycle owners from all over the country come together for this annual event.

December

• Dickens on the Strand: A celebration in the Strand Historic District honoring author Charles Dickens – Food booths, arts & crafts, parades and folks in Dickensian costumes.